Bayer Leverkusen kicked off their season with a resounding 4-0 victory over Union Berlin, signaling a promising start under new coach Carles Martínez. The match saw significant contributions from both recent acquisitions and emerging talents, setting a positive tone for the campaign.
Key Performances and New Signings
Several players stood out in Leverkusen’s dominant performance. Ibrahim Maza, who started the match, scored a goal and was named Man of the Match for his efforts [1]. Patrik Schick also started and found the back of the net. New signings played a crucial role, with Miguel Gutiérrez, who joined from Napoli just over two weeks ago, starting and providing two assists. Facundo Medina, another recent acquisition, started and scored a goal [1]. Jarell Quansah was also in the starting XI and contributed an assist. Malik Tillman started and played 67 minutes, while Moussa Diaby, who re-signed from Al-Ittihad on transfer deadline day, came off the bench in the second half [1].
Team Lineup and Injury Update
The starting lineup for Bayer Leverkusen against Union Berlin featured Jarell Quansah and Facundo Medina, while Lucas Vázquez and Loïc Badé were not included in the first XI [2]. On the injury front, Montrell Culbreath was unavailable for the match due to a foot injury [3]. The comprehensive 4-0 victory against Union Berlin highlights a strong collective effort and the immediate impact of the team’s summer transfers.
Sources
- Bundesliga.com: Ibrahim Maza and summer signings deliver first Bundesliga victory for Carles Martínez bundesliga.com ↩
- Bundesliga.com: Maza magic seals emphatic win for Bayer Leverkusen over Union Berlin bundesliga.com ↩
- Bundesliga.com: American soccer players in Germany: The 2026/27 edition bundesliga.com ↩